Garden Island Fishing Ban Under AUKUS Security Zone
Popular fishing and recreation activities will be banned at Garden Island as Australia establishes an AUKUS exclusion zone. Learn how this impacts local communities and national security.
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QLD's $12k Renewable Energy Social Licence Toolkit
Queensland councils face $12,000 cost for social licence toolkit to navigate community renewable energy projects. Learn how this impacts Australia's green transition.
DroneShield Defends $70M Director Share Sell-Off
DroneShield defends $70 million share sell-off by CEO and directors that stunned investors, sending the anti-drone company's stock plunging over 30%. Learn the full story.
WA firm joins AUKUS pact for autonomous vessel development
Fremantle's Greenroom Robotics partners with UK's SubSea Craft to develop autonomous vessels for AUKUS nations, enhancing maritime security and defence technology.
Tokyo Cautious About South Korean Austal Takeover
Japanese government expresses national security concerns as South Korea's Hanwha Group bids for Australian shipbuilder Austal. What this means for regional defence.
Climate Inaction Threatens Australian Security
Former defence chief Chris Barrie warns Australia's fossil fuel approvals undermine regional stability, creating unprecedented climate migration and security threats.
Councillor questions $106k Astra Aerolab survey cost
A Newcastle councillor expresses shock over $106,000 spent on Astra Aerolab community survey while social grants remain unfunded. Read the full debate.
Former RSL President Calls for Increased Defence Spending
Retired Major General Greg Melick demands Albanese government significantly increase defence funding, warning Australia remains unprepared for potential conflicts in the volatile Indo-Pacific region.
Wollongong CBD tower gains 6 storeys in new plan
Developer Blaq Projects seeks to add six storeys to its Kenny Street complex, delivering 41 affordable homes and 33 extra hotel rooms to Wollongong's CBD under new state policies.
Townsville's Emotional Remembrance Day Ceremony
Townsville honours its fallen soldiers in a moving Remembrance Day ceremony at Jezzine Barracks. Community gathers to pay respects and remember the ultimate sacrifice.
Legacy House funding secured for Cairns defence families
A Far North Queensland widow finds hope as bipartisan funding commitment ensures the future of Legacy House, providing crucial support for defence force families.
Planning Delays Frustrate Australian Business Leaders
Exclusive roundtable reveals mounting frustration among business leaders and local government over bureaucratic red tape stalling vital projects across Australia.
Kongsberg's $850M missile hub for Newcastle Honeysuckle
Norwegian defence giant Kongsberg is establishing a major office hub in Newcastle's Honeysuckle precinct for its $850 million missile program, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting the Hunter region's defence capabilities.
War Memorial redevelopment wins top architecture award
The Australian War Memorial's $500m redevelopment has claimed the nation's highest architecture award, the Sir Zelman Cowen Award, despite facing significant public criticism and heritage concerns.
ADF Sexual Assault Claims Surge 33% in Shock Report
Disturbing new figures show sexual assault claims within the Australian Defence Force have jumped by one-third, with insiders warning the crisis demands urgent action and cultural reform.
Defence's $254M Canberra lease deal exposed
Exclusive details reveal the Department of Defence's quarter-billion dollar property deal in Canberra, securing long-term office space at Brindabella Park with significant taxpayer investment.
Space Terrorism Threat to Australia's Satellites
Australian security experts warn of growing space terrorism risks as our nation becomes increasingly dependent on vulnerable satellite technology for everything from banking to defence.
Perth's $1B+ Riverside Revamp Axed Over Budget
WA Premier Roger Cook's ambitious plan to transform Perth's riverside precinct has been officially scrapped after costs ballooned beyond $1 billion, dealing a major blow to the city's urban renewal hopes.
Defence jobs lure WA FIFO workers from mining sector
Perth's fly-in fly-out workers are swapping mining for defence jobs, attracted by competitive salaries and more engaging work in Western Australia's growing defence sector.
ACT may adjust property tax to help housing projects
Chief Minister Andrew Barr signals willingness to adjust Lease Variation Charges to make housing projects financially viable amid Canberra's affordability crisis.
Belconnen Transit Hub Transformation with New Homes
A landmark redevelopment is planned for Canberra's Belconnen transit hub, featuring residential apartments, commercial spaces, and significant public transport upgrades that will reshape the northern suburb.
Kiama Depot Site to Become 450 New Homes
Kiama's former council depot is poised for a dramatic makeover with plans for 450 new homes, promising to address the housing crisis while revitalising prime coastal land.
WA Labor's risky pet projects waste taxpayer millions
The WA Labor government faces fierce criticism for pouring millions into questionable local projects while treating taxpayers with contempt. Are your rates being wasted on political vanity?
Defence relocating staff to new Brindabella Park offices
The Australian Department of Defence is embarking on a significant relocation, moving hundreds of public service staff to a new state-of-the-art office facility at Brindabella Park in Canberra's airport precinct.
Pro-Palestine protesters storm Sydney defence expo
Dozens of pro-Palestine protesters have forced their way into a major defence exhibition in Sydney, targeting companies they claim are supplying weapons to Israel amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.
SA Business Buzz: Wine Exports & Defence Contracts Boost Economy
Get the latest on South Australia's business landscape, from booming wine exports to major defence developments and infrastructure projects shaping the state's economy.
Austal rescues troubled $2B Army vessel project
Western Australian shipbuilder Austal takes control of design work for the Australian Army's troubled Landing Craft project, aiming to get the critical $2 billion defence program back on track after significant delays and budget concerns.
Melbourne Road Rage Death: Murder or Self-Defence Case
A Melbourne road rage incident turned fatal, leaving 28-year-old Umar Hussein AlKhalifa Al-Enizi dead. The case now hinges on whether it was murder or self-defence as two men face court.
Ertech's Record Year & Defence Contract Ambitions
Perth-based civil contractor Ertech celebrates unprecedented growth with $450 million in new projects while positioning for crucial defence infrastructure work across Australia.
Melbourne Cup jockey wrestles with racing superstitions
Reigning Melbourne Cup champion Robbie Dolan reveals his battle with racing superstitions as he prepares to defend his title at Flemington, balancing tradition with modern racing demands.
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